Parppim Pimmaratana (2018) An in-school program that inspires children to rescue beloved ocean species by reducing plastic trash, and through them, to influence adults to do the same. Process Paper: (PDF)
Projects
Education
Moms Make Books
Amanda Finuccio (2018) A bookmaking workshop for mothers with children between ages 4 and 12 who want sexual health development to begin at home, and include the messages and values they want to impart to their children. Process Paper: (PDF)
Trueque
Karla Despradel (2017)
“A program that leverages insights from behavioral science, education and design, to help youth in the Dominican Republic stay in school and out of trouble.”
Time In
Jade Broomfield (2017)
“A program to counteract colorism in elementary schools using mindfulness to break the pattern of discouragement, lack of confidence and stereotyping.”
Get to Know
Mohammed Al-Thani (2017)
“In a country reliant on a declining oil industry, a program to open young students’ minds to career opportunities in science and research and connect them to mentors and relevant education.”
Karaoke Club
Carmen Lopez (2017) and Irene Rojas (2017)
“An alternative space for people who are already taking classes to practice English through music.”
Lugaty (My Language)
Sara Al Kuwari (2017)
“Educational materials for helping children of Arab expat families maintain their native language fluency and avoid communication challenges while temporarily residing in the U.S.”
Boiling Down
Ivan Boscariol (2016)
“Boiling down is an after school program that builds healthier relationships in middle schools through cooking.”
Common Bond
Lauren Gardner (2016) and Caroline McAndrews (2016)
“A method for educators to engage parents in protecting diversity, both in and out of the classroom.”
Art Pact
“Art Pact supports teachers reaching across disciplines and contexts, to increase the possibilities of creativity in the classroom.”
